BIO-HOUSE VIVIENDA DE INETERÉS SOCIAL BIOCLIMÁTICA EN PUERTO BAQUERIZO MORENO, SAN CRISTÓBAL, GALÁPAGOS

Abstract

The significance of endemic species in science, conservation, and tourism since Darwin’s visit to the Galápagos Islands is highlighted, but uncontrolled urban growth can pose a threat due to a lack of knowledge and guidance in development. To address this, the research work proposes developing a sustainable social housing prototype that promotes heritage awareness maximizing the use of natural resources in Puerto Baquerizo Moreno focusing on building energy efficiency through reviewing previous studies on bioclimatic architecture. The study seeks to support design methods and practices that promote the implementation of these criteria and benefit architects with varying levels of experience and students. This in order to improve the housing situation for the most vulnerable population, and informal constructions which are the only housing option for low-income people. Thus, the objective of the study is to generate a housing proposal for this group within the urban area of Puerto Baquerizo Moreno.